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HEART-SHAPED DIAMOND CUTS: KEY FEATURES
While the heart-shaped diamond is often considered a modern, trendy shape, diamonds with a heart shape date back to the 16th century. In 1562, Mary Queen of Scots sent Queen Elizabeth a heart-shaped diamond ring as a gift of friendship. Today, the heart-shaped diamond is a relatively rare diamond shape, making it a unique choice for an engagement ring. Admired for its romantic, eye-catching shape, the heart-shaped diamond says “I love you” like no other.
Shape
The ideal heart-shaped diamond should be symmetrical and have a length-to-width ratio of around 1.00. This means the diamond is exactly as long as it is wide. Anything over 1.05 can start to look narrow or elongated, while anything under 0.95 can appear overly wide. Since the diamond’s unique shape is the star of the show, a carat size of at least 0.5 is recommended. The higher the diamond’s carat size, the more visible and pronounced the beautiful heart shape will be!
Style
The heart-shaped diamond is celebrated for its whimsical, romantic aesthetic. As a relatively rare diamond shape, it makes for an eye-catching alternative to the more common diamond engagement ring options. The heart-shaped diamond is a timeless symbol of love, yet its rarity makes it a standout choice for your one-of-a-kind love story.
Price
In order to get their symmetry and proportions just right, heart-shaped diamonds require the expertise of a highly skilled diamond cutter. However, despite how difficult they are to produce, the heart-shaped diamond is generally less expensive than a round-cut diamond of a similar size and quality.
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BEST SETTINGS FOR HEART-SHAPED DIAMOND Cuts
The beauty of the heart-shaped diamond lies in its unique shape. That’s why the ideal ring settings for a heart-shaped diamond are ones that highlight and accentuate its shape, rather than competing with it. Let your heart-shaped diamond take center stage with these stunning engagement ring settings:
SOLITAIRE
The simple yet elegant solitaire setting gives a single center diamond the full spotlight. Using minimal metal, this setting showcases the heart-shaped diamond’s unique shape. A 5-prong setting will hold your diamond securely in place.
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HALO
If you want to make a smaller heart-shaped diamond appear larger, a halo setting can give you extra sparkle. In this setting, the center diamond is surrounded by a halo of smaller accent stones, resulting in a bigger, bolder look.
VINTAGE
Showcase your diamond’s romantic aesthetic with a vintage-inspired engagement ring. Intricate designs and ornate details will give your heart-shaped diamond extra glamour and charm.
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UNIQUE
Get something out-of-the-ordinary with a uniquely designed engagement ring. Colored heart-shaped diamonds and other embellishments give the traditional engagement ring a stunning twist.
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